Episodes

Tuesday May 13, 2025
PCA 2025: Cavalier Genève (Audio)
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Cavalier Genève has focused on expanding its portfolio to include new brands such as Inner Circle and Tres Delincuentes for the past few years. Still, at PCA 2025, the focus turned back to the eponymous gold diamond line. This year, Cavalier Genève introduced a new blend featuring a Broadleaf wrapper. In addition, this line features a different concept for how it is being released. In addition, once again, Cavalier Genève has its signature limited edition release.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wtM

Tuesday May 13, 2025
PCA 2025: Cavalier Genève
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Cavalier Genève has focused on expanding its portfolio to include new brands such as Inner Circle and Tres Delincuentes for the past few years. Still, at PCA 2025, the focus turned back to the eponymous gold diamond line. This year, Cavalier Genève introduced a new blend featuring a Broadleaf wrapper. In addition, this line features a different concept for how it is being released. In addition, once again, Cavalier Genève has its signature limited edition release.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wtM

Monday May 12, 2025
PCA 2025: El Rey Del Mundo (Audio)
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
El Rey Del Mundo was one of the many brands Forged Cigar Company showcased at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. El Rey del Mundo is a Cuban heritage brand where Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) sells a non-Cuban version. When STG spun off Forged Cigar Company in 2021, one of the first things it did was to take the El Rey del Mundo line and put it under the Forged umbrella. Previously, El Rey del Mundo was sold through JR Cigar and distributed through Santa Clara Cigars. This move was similar to STG's when it took Diesel and moved in under the Brick and Mortar line. Over the past two years, Forged has grown the El Rey del Mundo brand, adding several releases. This year, the Appointment was Forged's release for El Rey del Mundo.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wtq

Monday May 12, 2025
PCA 2025: El Rey Del Mundo
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
El Rey Del Mundo was one of the many brands Forged Cigar Company showcased at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. El Rey del Mundo is a Cuban heritage brand where Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) sells a non-Cuban version. When STG spun off Forged Cigar Company in 2021, one of the first things it did was to take the El Rey del Mundo line and put it under the Forged umbrella. Previously, El Rey del Mundo was sold through JR Cigar and distributed through Santa Clara Cigars. This move was similar to STG's when it took Diesel and moved in under the Brick and Mortar line. Over the past two years, Forged has grown the El Rey del Mundo brand, adding several releases. This year, the Appointment was Forged's release for El Rey del Mundo.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wtq

Saturday May 10, 2025
PCA 2025: Romeo y Julieta (Audio)
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show saw Altadis U.S.A.'s Romeo y Julieta take center stage. Having covered the PCA Trade Show for 15 years, I can honestly say that I have never seen an exhibit quite like the one for Romeo y Julieta. Although Altadis U.S.A. was my "company" going into the Trade Show, I didn't expect to witness something at the level of Romeo y Julieta. Their exhibit was essentially a booth within a booth, showcasing the rich history of this iconic brand. The highlight of the event was the celebration of Romeo y Julieta's 150th anniversary, marked by a special cigar crafted for this significant milestone. This cigar features a unique blend of tobaccos from Altadis and its partners that has never been seen before.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wrt

Saturday May 10, 2025
PCA 2025: Romeo y Julieta
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
The 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show saw Altadis U.S.A.'s Romeo y Julieta take center stage. Having covered the PCA Trade Show for 15 years, I can honestly say that I have never seen an exhibit quite like the one for Romeo y Julieta. Although Altadis U.S.A. was my "company" going into the Trade Show, I didn't expect to witness something at the level of Romeo y Julieta. Their exhibit was essentially a booth within a booth, showcasing the rich history of this iconic brand. The highlight of the event was the celebration of Romeo y Julieta's 150th anniversary, marked by a special cigar crafted for this significant milestone. This cigar features a unique blend of tobaccos from Altadis and its partners that has never been seen before.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wrt

Saturday May 10, 2025
PCA 2025: Toscano Cigars (Audio)
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
Toscano Cigars is always one of our favorite booths to visit at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, and 2025 was no exception. It's not just about seeing what's new, but with Toscano, you get a piece of Italy and, in particular, Italian cigar making.
Brand Ambassador Michael Cappellini has a wealth of information, and he reminded us that Toscano has been around for a long time. In fact, Toscano produced cigars through two World Wars - an amazing feat in itself. As in the past, Toscano took a cigar roller to the show. This allowed visitors to see the unique process of making a Toscano cigar, which differs from other companies. Cappellini said this is a snapshot of what occurs in their Lucca, Italy, factory. Of course, Toscano had something new to show - the fifth installment of the Master Aged series.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wro

Saturday May 10, 2025
PCA 2025: Toscano Cigars
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
Toscano Cigars is always one of our favorite booths to visit at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, and 2025 was no exception. It's not just about seeing what's new, but with Toscano, you get a piece of Italy and, in particular, Italian cigar making.
Brand Ambassador Michael Cappellini has a wealth of information, and he reminded us that Toscano has been around for a long time. In fact, Toscano produced cigars through two World Wars - an amazing feat in itself. As in the past, Toscano took a cigar roller to the show. This allowed visitors to see the unique process of making a Toscano cigar, which differs from other companies. Cappellini said this is a snapshot of what occurs in their Lucca, Italy, factory. Of course, Toscano had something new to show - the fifth installment of the Master Aged series.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wro

Friday May 09, 2025
PCA 2025: Miami Cigar & Company (Audio)
Friday May 09, 2025
Friday May 09, 2025
At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Miami Cigar & Company introduced a new brand in its portfolio called Outcast Cigars. Miami Cigar currently has the Nestor Miranda, Tatiana, and Don Lino brands. While Miami Cigar is no stranger to contemporary branding, Outcast takes things to a different level with this release. It's a distinct look and a different type of blend. Consequently, Outcast fits with Miami Cigar's mantra of "taking their own route." Company founder Nestor Miranda has always done things his way, and Outcast is another example.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wqb

Friday May 09, 2025
PCA 2025: Miami Cigar & Company
Friday May 09, 2025
Friday May 09, 2025
At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Miami Cigar & Company introduced a new brand in its portfolio called Outcast Cigars. Miami Cigar currently has the Nestor Miranda, Tatiana, and Don Lino brands. While Miami Cigar is no stranger to contemporary branding, Outcast takes things to a different level with this release. It's a distinct look and a different type of blend. Consequently, Outcast fits with Miami Cigar's mantra of "taking their own route." Company founder Nestor Miranda has always done things his way, and Outcast is another example.
Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wqb